Perfect complexion - fresh and radiant - the dream of every woman. Foundation is one of the basic tools that allow you to transform the skin of the face. The stores offer a wide range of tonal products: matting, BB-, CC-creams, fluids, both luxury and cheap. Tips on how to choose the right foundation, reviews of leading manufacturers will be given in this article.
How to choose foundation
When choosing a foundation, it is worth considering in the first place:
- skin type,
- skin tone,
- for daily use cream or for special occasions.
The consistency of the foundation and the form of release (mattifying, moisturizing, etc.) will depend on the type of skin.
The tone of the foundation will depend on the tone of the skin and its condition.
Perfect foundation for combination to oily skin
For oily and combination skinSuitable tonal creams are not dense texture. Light emulsions or fluids, liquid consistency creams containing zinc, vitamins A, B, absorbents. These components will inhibit the production of sebum, prevent oily sheen.
Liquid foundation is free of oils and other fatty ingredients, but contains a large amount of powder, which makes this type of skin smooth and matte.
Owners of mixed and oily skin will also need cream powder, which does not clog pores and at the same time perfectly mattifies. And such a product will not dry the skin.
Top best products for oily skin include:
- Tenue de perfection Guerlain.
- Color Stay Revlon.
- Superstay Better Skin Maybelline.
Which foundation is best for dry skin
Dry skin needs special care and extra moisture. Therefore, tonal products with aloe, hyaluronic acid and other moisturizing ingredients in the composition are perfect. Foundation for dry skin should also contain oils, such as coconut or grape seed. They will provide additional care, make the skin supple and soft.
Owners of dry skin will need dense foundations. They are rich in oils and moisturizing ingredients.
Best foundation for dry skin:
- Christian Dior Diorskin Forever Fluid.
- L'Oreal Lumi Magique.
- Maybelline Affinitone Vitamin E.
Mature Skin Foundation
Long-lasting foundation with a lifting effect will be ideal for mature skin. After thirty, the skin begins to fade, the production of collagen and hyaluronic acid decreases. Foundations with vitamins A, B, C, succinic acid, coenzyme Q10 moisturize the skin, protect and mattify the first age-related changes.
The creamy texture allows you to correct not only wrinkles, but also irregularities, pigmentation.
Best Lifting Foundations:
- Designer Lift, Giorgio Armani.
- Bb-Cream "Luxury Nourishment" L'oréal Paris.
- Youth Liberator Sérum Fond De Teint, Yves Saint Laurent Beauté.
Problem Skin Foundation
For problematic skin, dense, persistent tonal products are suitable. It is important to choose a foundation that will not “fall through” and clog pores or accentuate peeling.
Best foundation for problem skin:
- Vichy Normaderm Teint.
- Clinique Anti-Blemish Solutions Liquid Makeup.
- Affinitone, Maybelline New York.
How to choose the perfect shade of mattifier
When choosing a foundation shade, it is important to remember that it should differ from skin color by one, maximum two tones.
If your natural skin tone is pinkish, a beige tone mattifier will be perfect.
Beige-pink foundation is suitable for yellowish skin, and dark beige, beige-apricot shades are goodfor dark skin.
To understand if the shade of long-lasting foundation is right for you, take a test. A common mistake is to try a mattifier on your wrist. In order to find the perfect tone, apply the cream on the chin or the lower part of the cheekbone. So you can evaluate whether the product is suitable for the color of the face and neck. The foundation shows its color in a few minutes, so after applying it to the face, you need to wait five minutes and then evaluate whether it suits or not. Artificial lighting in a store can be misleading, so it's best to walk up to a window and evaluate in daylight when testing.
It's better to go to the store for a foundation without makeup to find the right shade.
If you want to achieve a tan effect, you should not choose foundations darker than your natural skin tone, this will create a mask effect and the face will contrast in color with the neck and décolleté. For these purposes, bronzing powder is ideal.
Manufacturers of tonal products offer "smart" products that adapt to skin color, but when choosing them, you should be careful and take a test in the store.
Cream for daily use or going out
Foundation for daily use should be matte, with natural shades. It will look good in daylight and create perfect coverage.
Products with shimmer and sparkles will help you create the perfect evening look. They will be goodunder artificial light.
Most popular foundation
In cosmetics stores there is a huge selection of tonal products from different manufacturers. Luxury segment brands and the mass market offer more than one line of tonal products. What means are most popular among the inhabitants of our country? The rating of foundations given in the article covers both budget funds and luxury ones.
Best Luxury Foundation
Giorgio Armani Maestro Fusion Make-Up. The tool lays down on the skin with a light veil and lasts all day. The cream adapts to the characteristics of the skin, emphasizing the advantages and hiding the imperfections. The light texture is perfectly applied and shaded, there are no borders of application. Foundation "Maestro" from "Armani" - the perfect natural make-up, suitable for all skin types. And ten shades will allow you to choose the product that suits you
Reviews about the foundation Giorgio Armani Maestro beauty bloggers and ordinary girls enthusiastic. The cream is called the second skin, its high durability, mattifying effect and light weightless texture are noted.
Chanel Perfection Lumiere. Chanel Fluid Foundation provides perfect coverage and adapts to skin tone. Long-wearing product protects from sun damage. When applying foundation in several layers, you can enhance the matting effect. Suitable for all skin types
Chanel Perfection Lumiere Foundation Reviewsambiguous. Some girls noted that the tool emphasizes wrinkles and peeling. Those who wrote positive reviews appreciated the longevity and mattifying properties of the product.
Christian Dior Diorskin Forever Fluid. It adapts to the needs of the skin. Diorskin Forever is a foundation for dry skin, because it contains algae extract that moisturizes and cares for dry skin. But at the same time, the collagen and zinc included in the composition allow combination and oily skin to look flawless. The tool gives a dense coverage, but does not create the effect of a mask and remains invisible on the face. The Diorskin Forevo foundation palette has twelve shades. It is important to apply it on moisturized skin, otherwise peeling can be emphasized
Christian Dior Diorskin Forever foundation reviews are mostly positive. Girls note a light weightless coating, which is completely invisible on the face. But if the skin is problematic, the cream will disappoint, as it highlights redness and peeling.
Best mass market foundations
Means with an average price. They will continue the review of foundation creams.
The leader in the mass market, according to customers and beauty bloggers, was Revlon 24 Hr Colorstay. This foundation is available for combination to oily skin - Revlon 24 Hr Colorstay Liquid Makeup Combination/Oily, and for normal to dry skin - Revlon 24 Hr Colorstay Makeup For Normal-Dry Skin.
Revlon 24 Hr Colorstay Liquid Makeup Combination/Oily. Light weight cream stays on the face all day. It is invisible on the skin andThis perfectly hides imperfections, pigmentation, redness and inflammation. The tonal product mattes well, does not dry the skin, does not cause allergies and does not “fall through” into the pores, does not clog them. Difficulties may arise with the removal of makeup, the usual foam for washing may not be suitable. Hydrophilic oil or micellar water perfectly cleanse the face of Revlon 24 Hr Colorstay residue. The line has twenty-one shades
Reviews of the girls who used this foundation are generally positive. High matting ability and durability are noted as advantages, the cream is able to hide even significant skin problems (severe inflammations). Of the shortcomings, it was noted that the product is still noticeable on the skin, but without the effect of a mask.
Stay Matte But Not Flat NYX Foundation. The cream not only mattifies well, without creating the feeling of a mask on the face, but also moisturizes. Suitable for dry skin
Reviews of the Stay Matte But Not Flat NYX foundation are positive. Girls note that the cream perfectly mattifies problem skin, hiding redness and even age spots, and lasts all day. Skin looks even and radiant.
Teint Infusion Sephora foundation fluid. Light cream-fluid "Shefora" moisturizes the skin, is invisible and gives the face freshness, masks imperfections
Reviews about Sephora's Teint Infusion foundation are positive. It mattes enlarged pores well, without clogging them, covers the face with a light veil, but on oily skin after fourhour begins to "float".
Foundation Nude Magique Eau De Teint, L`Oreal Paris. Weightless product, easy to apply on the skin, very economical due to its liquid consistency, just a few drops are enough to mattify the entire face. The cream will perfectly hide the pores, but will emphasize peeling, will not mask significant imperfections. The tool will get rid of oily sheen for the whole day. Of the inconveniences - the lack of a dispenser on the bottle
Girls who have used Nude Magique Eau De Teint by L`Oreal Paris note its good coverage and weightlessness, the effect of a second skin. The tool mattes well, but, unfortunately, emphasizes peeling.
Better Skin Maybelline Foundation. Despite the apparent density, it is easily applied to the skin and quickly absorbed, the cream mattifies well and hides skin imperfections. The cream is not felt on the face, lasts about five hours
Reviews about this foundation are mixed. Girls note its good matting abilities, problem skin with enlarged pores looks perfect. The cream is persistent. But emphasizes wrinkles and dries the skin.
Max Factor Color Adapt. The cream is imperceptible on the face, the texture is weightless, powdery. The tool adapts to the skin tone. The cream mattifies the skin, hides minor imperfections, but emphasizes peeling
In general, reviews of the Max Factor Color Adapt foundation are positive. It mattes well and evens out the tone, behaves well on the skin throughout the day. But some of the girls from the shortcomings note that the cream emphasizes peeling.
Leaders among budget tones
Belowthe rating of tonal creams of the budget segment of the market is given.
Pure Nude Essence. A light cream suitable for creating nude makeup. The cream moisturizes, looks natural on the face, mattifies well. The cream is suitable for skin without pronounced problems
Opinions about Pure Nude Essence foundation are contradictory. Among the shortcomings, poor masking of clearly expressed skin problems and a slight mask effect were noted. Girls with problem-free skin note an even complexion and good durability for a budget cream.
Ton Elixir CC crème Vivienne Sabo. The cream takes care of the skin and mattifies it. Despite its thick consistency, the cream is weightless, easily spreads over the face and adapts to its color. The foundation does not clog pores, it mattes small imperfections well, but it will not hide age spots. Longevity lasts up to four hours
Reviews of this product are positive, it refreshes and masks flaws well: enlarged pores and redness. Of the minuses, the girls note low stamina.
How to apply foundation
There are several options for how to apply foundation on the face:
- spongem,
- brush,
- fingers,
- beauty blender.
How to use the sponge
Using a sponge, foundation is applied evenly and evenly.
Before applying foundation on your face, moisten the sponge and wring it out well. Squeeze some cream on your hand and applyit pointwise on the forehead, chin, cheeks, nose. Blend the product over the face with patting movements. You need to start with the nose. Be especially careful to spread the cream around the eyebrows and hairline.
How to use the brush
Applied with a brush for perfect, discreet coverage.
It is better to squeeze the cream on your hand and warm it up for a few seconds. Apply some foundation to the brush. If the brush is flat, it is necessary to distribute the cream in linear movements. Round brush - circular. Gradually add foundation to the brush. You also need to start from the nose and move to the periphery.
How to apply foundation with your fingers
The cream is more difficult to apply with fingers than with a brush, experience is required to blend the product well.
Apply a little cream on your palm, let it warm up, this will make it more plastic. Dot some cream on the face: nose, cheeks, chin, forehead. It does not need to be smeared, distribute with patting movements, starting from the nose. It is important to walk all over the face without leaving "bald spots". By applying the cream with your fingers, you are doing a massage, improving blood microcirculation.
How to use a beauty blender
Beauty blender is a special drop-shaped sponge. They apply foundation perfectly. First, the beauty blender must be moistened under running water, then squeezed out. It is better to apply the cream on a sponge and distribute with patting movements from the nose to the edges of the face.
More tips
To achieve a great complexion, it is important to prepare the skin for application. How to use foundation correctly:
- Apply the cream to clean and moisturized skin. Washing with foam or gel will be enough, as tonics, especially those containing alcohol, can dry out the skin. Micellar water is also not recommended. After cleansing, apply your usual daily care product and let it soak in for about ten minutes. You can then apply foundation.
- If there is a need (severe inflammation or pronounced circles under the eyes), apply a primer before using foundation. Pink primer will hide circles under the eyes, green - redness and severe inflammation, purple - age spots, freckles, beige - will give a he althy color to earthy and dull skin tone.
When choosing a foundation, first of all, you need to focus on the characteristics of the skin (type), its condition and the desired effect (matting, nude makeup). Quality products can be found both in the luxury category and among the mass market.
